I Remember You
Hank Jones Lyrics


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I’m making tracks for Salt Lake City
Ten more miles and I’ll be sittin’ pretty
Got some lovin’ there I wanna do
It’s snowin’ but I’m glowin’ from the fire inside me
Knowin’ that I’m goin’ where you’ll be beside me
I’ve got a one-way ticket to you

So baby, doll up and put your face on pretty
I’m comin’ to Salt Lake City
Haulin’ out like the love-bug bit me
Smoke’s comin’ outta my shoes
I’ve got a one-way ticket to you

My luck spring a leak in New York City
I got no wheels and I got no pity
All I got was lessons in the blues
This evenin’ I’ll be cleavin’ the ties that bind me
Leavin’ all my grievin’ and my blues behind me
I’ve got a one-way ticket to you

So baby, doll up and put your face on pretty
I’m comin’ to Salt Lake City
Haulin’ out like the love-bug bit me




Smoke’s comin’ outta my shoes
I’ve got a one-way ticket to you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Hank Jones's song, "I Remember You" tells a story of a lover who is on his way to Salt Lake City to be with his partner. Despite the snow and the challenges he faces along the way, he remains focused and determined to be with the one he loves. The lyrics capture the excitement and anticipation of seeing the person he cares about, and the line "Smoke's comin' outta my shoes" gives a sense of the urgency and excitement that he feels as he rushes to be with his lover.


The song is also about leaving the past behind and moving on to a new chapter in life. The phrase "Leavin' all my grievin' and my blues behind me" suggests that the singer has experienced some sadness and pain in the past, but is now ready to let go and start fresh.


The song is a celebration of love and hope, and encourages listeners to take risks and follow their hearts. It's a feel-good tune that captures the essence of adventure and the thrill of going after what you want in life.


Line by Line Meaning

I’m making tracks for Salt Lake City
I am traveling to Salt Lake City


Ten more miles and I’ll be sittin’ pretty
I am almost at my destination


Got some lovin’ there I wanna do
I have someone to see and love in Salt Lake City


It’s snowin’ but I’m glowin’ from the fire inside me
Although it is snowing, I am feeling warm inside with excitement


Knowin’ that I’m goin’ where you’ll be beside me
I am looking forward to being with my loved one in Salt Lake City


I’ve got a one-way ticket to you
I only have a one-way ticket, indicating that I plan to stay in Salt Lake City


So baby, doll up and put your face on pretty
I am asking my loved one to dress up and look beautiful for my arrival


I’m comin’ to Salt Lake City
I am announcing my arrival to Salt Lake City


Haulin’ out like the love-bug bit me
I am rushing to see my loved one, like I have been bitten by a love bug


Smoke’s comin’ outta my shoes
I am moving quickly, as if I am creating smoke from my shoes


My luck spring a leak in New York City
I had bad luck in New York City


I got no wheels and I got no pity
I do not have a car and no one to help me


All I got was lessons in the blues
I only received sadness and life lessons from my experience in New York City


This evenin’ I’ll be cleavin’ the ties that bind me
I will be leaving behind anything that keeps me from being with my loved one in Salt Lake City


Leavin’ all my grievin’ and my blues behind me
I am letting go of all my sadness and heartache before arriving in Salt Lake City


I’ve got a one-way ticket to you
I have a one-way ticket, further indicating my plan to stay in Salt Lake City with my loved one




Lyrics © WHIRLED MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: HENRY Z. JONES

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@mistermister6686

Tracks:
1 I Remember You 00:00
2 Young No More 06:03
3 You Took Advantage Of Me 11:55
4 Love Walked In 15:08
5 Dat Dere 20:06
6 I'll Be Around 27:32
7 Let's Fall In Love 32:22
8 Like Someone In Love 35:07
9 Theme From Jobim 40:32
10 It's The Talk Of The Town 48:01
11 Yours Is My Heart Alone 51:18
12 Come To Me 57:27

Credits:
Bass – George Duvivier
Drums – Alan Dawson (tracks: 11, 12), Oliver Jackson (tracks: 1 to 10)
Piano – Hank Jones

Recorded July 28, 1977, in Paris, France



All comments from YouTube:

@mistermister6686

Tracks:
1 I Remember You 00:00
2 Young No More 06:03
3 You Took Advantage Of Me 11:55
4 Love Walked In 15:08
5 Dat Dere 20:06
6 I'll Be Around 27:32
7 Let's Fall In Love 32:22
8 Like Someone In Love 35:07
9 Theme From Jobim 40:32
10 It's The Talk Of The Town 48:01
11 Yours Is My Heart Alone 51:18
12 Come To Me 57:27

Credits:
Bass – George Duvivier
Drums – Alan Dawson (tracks: 11, 12), Oliver Jackson (tracks: 1 to 10)
Piano – Hank Jones

Recorded July 28, 1977, in Paris, France

@peterfelber8004

One of the greats, one of my go-to guys. Wonderful album, along w bass and drums. Thank you for making this available to us!

@gracielarengifo2068

La musica de Hank Jones nos transporta a fechas pasadas escuchando su buena musica ( I remenber you )

@nestortorres9850

Maravilloso disco de HANK JONES, un pianista extraordinario. Cada álbum suyo es una exquisitez musical para los amantes del jazz. I REMEMBER YOU no debe faltar en ninguna discoteca.

@antoniomarin5355

Qué pasó, Néstor ?!
Excelente gusto el de los trios pianísticos, te lo alabo.
Dices que este título no debe faltar en ninguna colección, estoy de acuerdo. Pero me gustaría saber donde comprarlo. Y es que cada vez me es más dificil comprar cds de jazz. En música brasileña, por ejemplo, tengo Tangará, pero para jazz...¿Sabrías decirme?
UN SALUDO.

@nealklein3181

Tight as a drum
With a solid base
the keys mix, float on top
music under my skin, that rocks
And leaves a smile in my heart

@cesarrubio1340

Maravilloso

@1492chris

Man this man was good! I can hear he influenced a lot of more well known players.

@erich8258

Hank Jones is extremely well known, at least among jazz musicians. He's an all-time great by anyone's standard.

@creamusjones1568

Absolutely wonderful

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